Moravian Book Shop best-sellers: Children's picture books

Elizabeth Rodger, author of “A Carrot for Billy,” will be at Moravian Book Shop

LITTLE ELLIOT, BIG CITY

1 By Mike Curato (Henry Holt, $16.99)

Elliot is a very small elephant in a very big city. The big city has many new and challenging experiences for Elliot. Sometimes poor Elliot feels lost in the bustle around him, until one day he finds a surprise — a friend who is even smaller than he is! This beautifully illustrated simple story is perfect for ages 3-7.

Uni is just like all the other unicorns, with her golden hooves, sparkling purple eyes and a swirly horn. But Uni believes that little girls are real. This story is a clever twist on the old belief that there's no such thing as unicorns. This refreshing and sweet story of friendship reminds readers that sometimes wishes really can come true. A wonderful story for ages 4-8.

A CARROT FOR BILLY

3 By Elizabeth Rodger (Lillibett Books, $17)

Disappointed that his goat, Billy, did not win "Best in Show" at the fair, Zack returns him to his stall and forgets to give Billy a carrot. But Billy is determined to have his carrot and escapes from his pen to look for Zack and his treat. The remarkable illustrations include a four-page gatefold giving a wonderful bird's eye view of the fair. Visit the Moravian Book Shop on Oct. 18 to meet Rodger for the release of her new story, "Boo to You Too!"